Paul Wilbur Explained

Paul Wilbur
Birth Name:Paul Robert Wilbur
Birth Date:January 18, 1951
Birth Place:Jacksonville, Florida, U.S.
Instrument:Vocals, guitar
Genre:Worship
Occupation:Singer, songwriter, worship leader
Years Active:1979–present

Paul Robert Wilbur (born January 18, 1951) is an American Christian musician, worship leader, and guitarist. He has released albums with Integrity Music, Hosanna! Music, Epic Records, and Venture3Media during his career. An adherent of Messianic Judaism, Wilbur's first known musical work, Up to Zion, was the first of a number of albums recorded primarily for Integrity Music; with many of his albums being recorded in Jerusalem.

Early life

Paul Robert Wilbur was born on January 18, 1951[1] [2] to a Jewish father and Baptist mother.[3] Although he attended many different churches as a child, Wilbur further explored Judaism as an undergraduate in college. It was then that he began attending a local synagogue, but continued to believe in Christ, recognizing Him as the Jewish Messiah.[4]

Music career

During college in the 1970s, Wilbur planned on becoming an opera singer.[5] [6] His musical pursuits changed when he began to focus on Christian music. Wilbur's recording career began in a group called Harvest with Ed Kerr and Jerry Williams. The trio recorded two albums, the self-titled first album Harvest (1979) and their second album in 1981 called Morning Sun.[7] Wilbur left after that leaving Kerr and Williams to continue with the band. He joined the group Israel's Hope. They released Introducing Israel's Hope in 1987.

Wilbur's solo career began in 1991, with the release, Up to Zion, a live album, released by Hosanna! Music. He has received reviews for nine of his albums from Cross Rhythms. Those reviewed were: Shalom Jerusalem in 1995, Holy Fire in 1997, Jerusalem Arise! in 1999, Pray for the Peace of Jerusalem in 2002, The Watchman in 2005, Worship from the Heart of Israel in 2006, Praise Adonai in 2007, Live: A Night of Extravagant Worship in 2008, and Desert Rain in 2010,[8] which was also reviewed by Worship Leader.[9] The 2013 album, Your Great Name, was reviewed by CCM Magazine.[10]

Personal life

At one time Wilbur resided in Jacksonville, Florida. He is married to Luanne Wilbur. They have two sons, Nathan and Joel.[11]

Discography

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Paul Wilbur (paulwilburmin) . Yes, it's true...my birthday is today! . . August 14, 2015 . January 18, 2013.
  2. Web site: Paul Wilbur (paulwilburmin) . Celebrating my 63rd birthday tonight with my lovely wife and family! . . August 14, 2015 . January 16, 2014.
  3. The Christian Post (June 22, 2019) The Christian Post (June 22, 2019; https://www.christianpost.com/news/messianic-jewish-singer-paul-wilbur-issues-roar-from-jerusalem-these-are-the-last-days.html
  4. CBN, The Christian Broadcasting Network, Inc.https://www1.cbn.com/700club/paul-wilbur-extravagant-worship
  5. Web site: Davin. Seay. Paul Wilbur: Messianic worship leader reaching people with the love of God hit . Cross Rhythms. August 14, 2015. January 25, 2013.
  6. Web site: Adonai Work ID No. 311476838 ISWC No. T0721939690 . American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers. American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers. August 14, 2015. Work ID No. 311476838
  7. Web site: Harvest - 1981 - Morning Sun . 2022-07-15 . www.harvest77.com . en-US.
  8. Web site: Cross Rhythms. Paul Wilbur Artist Profile . Cross Rhythms. August 13, 2015.
  9. Randy . Cross . Paul Wilbur: Desert Rain . Worship Leader . August 14, 2015 . January/February 2011 . 70.
  10. Matt . Conner . Paul Wilbur: Your Great Name . . August 14, 2015 . May 2, 2013.
  11. Web site: Paul Wilbur: Extravagant Worship. August 19, 2009. CBN.com - The Christian Broadcasting Network. August 17, 2021.

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